What are the four reasons for monitoring a patient on a continuous basis?
What will be an ideal response?
(1) baseline measurements can be used to establish the initial treatment plan and serve as a reference point for future measurements
(2) a trend can be established to document the progress or regression of a patient's condition
(3) treatment plans can be added, altered, or discontinued according to the measurements obtained
(4) high-limit and low-limit alarms can be set on most monitors to safeguard a patient's safety
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The American Pharmaceutical Association was founded in which year?
A) 1729 B) 1751 C) 1821 D) 1852
You enter a room to find a 16-year-old female sitting upright in a chair with her back straight, leaning forward, and her arms supporting her. She is having a hard time talking to you. You should suspect:
A) chest discomfort. B) abdominal pain. C) allergic reaction. D) respiratory distress.
Describe three sources of therapeutic radiation in the healthcare workplace
What will be an ideal response?
All of the following are true about patients who see a primary care provider regularly except:
A. The patient pays more for health care. B. Providers learn more about their patients and can coordinate care. C. A primary care provider may be a nurse practitioner. D. A primary care provider may be a physician assistant. E. The patient has better health care outcomes.